Name: Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: Approximately ten servings
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose white flour; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 1/4 cups ripe bananas (mashed); 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice; 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp organic sunflower oil; 1/2 cup macadamia nuts (chopped); 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

Description

Hawaiian Banana Bread with Pineapple, Coconut & Macadamia Nuts is a scrumptious treat that brings the tropics right to your kitchen. This moist and flavorful banana bread is made with ripe bananas, sweet crushed pineapple, and crunchy macadamia nuts, creating an irresistible combination that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert. Its unique tropical flavors and tender texture are sure to impress whether you’re serving it at brunch or enjoying a quiet moment with a slice and a cup of coffee. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving something special.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cups all-purpose white flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups ripe bananas (mashed)
1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1/2 cup + 1 tbsp organic sunflower oil
1/2 cup macadamia nuts (chopped)
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
Dry roast macadamia nuts in a skillet over medium heat until slightly browned; chop once cooled.
In one bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together eggs, vanilla extract, mashed bananas, crushed pineapple with juice, and sunflower oil.
Combine the wet ingredients into the dry mixture gently without overmixing.
Fold in chopped macadamia nuts and coconut flakes.
Pour batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 55–65 minutes or until a knife comes out clean.
Allow cooling completely before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in some chopped walnuts or dried fruits. To ensure banana bread stays moist, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.